Drivers Log.(News)(a review of the 2003 Cadillac Escalade EXT)

2003 Cadillac Escalade EXT Date in fleet: Feb. 3-10 As-tested price: $54,100 Powertrain: 6.0-liter V8; awd, four-speed automatic Hp: 345 @ 5200 rpm Torque: 348 @ 4000 rpm Curb weight: 5752 pounds Mpg (AW observed/EPA combined): 13.83/13.0 ROCA: I must say I really don't know what this vehicle is. Yes, I've seen the Avalanche commercial where the driver tells the passenger it's time to change for their date and the guy jumps out and starts stripping. It seems not even he gets it. It's an SUV that turns into a pickup? A real pickup? Avalanche, okay, I can see it, but why ...